Despite the foul start to the weekend (see previous post regarding the old navy sale), the weekend got progressively better.
After the sale, we had swimming lessons, which both boys enjoyed immensely. Plans were made with Nana and papa to head back to their place once James left for work. The fall colours were out in full force at their place, so a hike was planned.
Drew calls these hikes, "adventures" and really enjoys following the cow paths through the property. Usually, these adventures are just a Nana-Drew thing. He rarely allows Hunter and I along. This time we were invited and I was thrilled. It was so fun to see him with his little walking stick, stopping to pick apples and acorns and whatever else the boys found interesting. Near the end of the hike Drew kept saying, "this is really hard work, isn't it??" It really was hard work!
Sunday morning we got up and headed back to Nana and Papa's to pick everybody up. We were heading the Erin fair with my aunt Fran, as we do every thanksgiving weekend. It was a beautiful day, and we had such a great time. We rode on rides (the giant slide was the favorite and Drew (and Hunter) must have gone on it a million times), ate junk food and ran into some of our neighbours. Drew had a pony ride, we watched a cattle show (a huge hit with my boys!) and played with some toy farm vehicles.
After the fair, we headed back to Nana and Papa's for the afternoon/evening. James and my dad headed back to our Milton farm to feed cows, pack up for the cottage and for my dad to bring back some hay. Our family thanksgiving dinner was this night and we were so happy to be all gathered together for the night. The jumpy castle was brought out and a family photo was taken.
After dinner, our family of 4 hit the rode for the cottage. It was a quick 2 hour drive (quick for me and the boys, we slept!). We stayed at the cottage until Tuesday, cleaning and playing. The cottage will be closed in the next couple of weeks, so it was likely the last time until next spring.
Thanksgiving is one of my favorite times of year. It's a time to spend with family and to remember what you have in your life to be thankful for. We have so much to be thankful for and are very lucky people!
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